Research Associate (Postdoc) History of Philosophy § 28 Subsection 2 HmbHG

Institution: Faculty of Humanities, Institute of Philosophy

Salary level: EGR. 13 TV-L

Start date: 01.10.2026, fixed for a period of three years (This is a fixed-term contract in accordance with Section 2 of the academic fixed-term labor contract act [Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz, WissZeitVG]).The contract provides for a maximum extension of up to three years depending on the associate’s achievements during the first stage. Providing that a position is available and that requirements have been fulfilled, the associate may apply for temporary civil servant status in accordance with Section 28 subsection 2 HmbHG.

Application deadline: 2026-06-14

Scope of work: full-time position suitable for part-time

Your responsibilities

Duties include teaching and research in the respective department or institute. Research associates may also pursue independent research and further academic qualifications as well as acquire teaching experience. These duties are intended to promote academic achievement. Therefore, at least one-third of set working hours will be made available for the associate’s own academic work.

5 teaching hours per week (5 LVS)

Your profile

A university degree in a relevant field, plus doctorate.

You have an outstanding doctorate in philosophy (or in the history of philosophy). You are pursuing an internationally recognized and methodologically reflective research project in the history of philosophy on a topic or in an area that meaningfully complements the research and teaching at the Institute of Philosophy at the University of Hamburg. Please present your research project in a proposal included with your application. You possess good knowledge of the language(s) relevant to your historical-philosophical research. You also are willing to engage actively in teaching (including offering courses beyond your specialized research interests) and are happy to take on responsibilities in academic self-governance (such as serving on committees).

We offer

Reliable remuneration based on wage agreements

Continuing education opportunities

University pensions

Attractive location

Flexible working hours

Work-life balance opportunities

Health management, EGYM Wellpass

Educational leave

30 days of vacation per annum

In national comparison, we are a medium-sized but very vibrant and international philosophy department. Our faculty have all been trained in the analytic tradition and mostly publish in English. We also have highly engaged students, many of whom are involved in teaching as tutors. Our students often stay connected to the department beyond their studies, thereby contributing to an exceptionally stimulating teaching and learning environment

Universität Hamburg—University of Excellence is one of the strongest research educational institutions in Germany. Our work in research, teaching, educational and knowledge exchange activities is fostering the next generation of responsible global citizens ready to tackle the global challenges facing us. Our guiding principle “Innovating and Cooperating for a Sustainable Future in a digital age” drives collaboration with academic and nonacademic partner institutions in the Hamburg Metropolitan Region and around the world. We would like to invite you to be part of our community to work with us in creating sustainable and digital change for a dynamic and pluralist society.

The University of Hamburg is committed to equity. Diversity enriches our university life, whether in our studies, research, teaching, education, or workplace. We therefore welcome all applications, regardless of gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnic or social background, age, religion or belief, disability, or chronic illness.

The University of Hamburg strives to increase the number of women in academia, and encourages qualified female academics to apply. Severely disabled and disabled applicants with the same status will receive preference over equally qualified non-disabled applicants.

Instructions for applying

Contact

Stephan Schmid

Jozef Müller

Location

Von-Melle-Park 6
20146 Hamburg

Reference number

117

Application deadline

2026-06-14

Use only the online application form to submit your application with the following documents:

• cover letter
• CV
• copies of degree certificate(s)
• dissertation summary
• writing sample
• research proposal
• teaching statement
• teaching evaluations (if available)
• referee contacts or Interfolio links to referee letters

Application materials can be submitted in either German or English. The interviews are expected to take place on July 13 and 14, 2026, in Hamburg (on Zoom).

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